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Regional Business Services Manager- Africa CIMMYT

Center for International Forestry Research

Center for International Forestry Research

Nairobi, Kenya
Posted on Jan 23, 2025

1. Strategic Support and Alignment

  • Conduct regular assessments of country office operations to ensure alignment with organizational mission, strategic objectives, and regional priorities.
  • Review the strategic impact of country office activities and initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for improvement or adjustments.

2. Governance and Compliance

  • Verify adherence to organizational policies, Delegation of Authority (DOA), and compliance standards in BS areas.
  • Conduct spot checks or audits of country office operations to ensure compliance with governance requirements, providing recommendations for corrective action if necessary.
  • Collaborate with Finance to review compliance, holding country offices accountable for any irregularities or mismanagement.

3. Operational Effectiveness

  • Monitor the operational performance of country offices, identifying bottlenecks or inefficiencies in key areas (procurement, fleet, travel, etc.).
  • Assist country offices in implementing process improvements and capacity-building initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Provide high-level support to ensure the effective utilization of resources (e.g., fleet, facilities) and alignment with cost management strategies.

4. Workforce and Talent Development

  • Evaluate leadership and management practices within country offices, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance team engagement and morale.
  • Support talent development initiatives, focusing on building local capacity in alignment with organizational needs and regional strategies.
  • Work with HR to address workforce gaps and implement strategies to strengthen team cohesion and performance across the region.

5. Risk Management and Compliance in Procurement and Contracts

  • Evaluate leadership and management practices within country offices, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance team engagement and morale.
  • Support talent development initiatives, focusing on building local capacity in alignment with organizational needs and regional strategies.
  • Work with HR to address workforce gaps and implement strategies to strengthen team cohesion and performance across the region.

6. Stakeholder Engagement and Representation

  • Strengthen relationships with local suppliers, to enhance the organization’s reputation and ensure alignment with local practices.
  • Act as a representative of the Regional/H? team in country offices, building trust and ensuring effective communication with key stakeholders.